St. Francis of Assisi

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"St. Francis of Assisi, lover of all creation, champion of justice, patron saint of animals and the environment, founded the Franciscan Order. His feast day is October 4." This site provides background about St. Francis, a schedule of pet blessings throughout the U.S., and related material about St. Francis and peace, justice, and the integrity of creation. An AmericanCatholic.org website from the Franciscans and St. Anthony Messenger Press.